How To Fix CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE688 - Product is marked for deletion at Plant level as well.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE -

• Message number: 688

• Message text: Product is marked for deletion at Plant level as well.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE688 - Product is marked for deletion at Plant level as well. ?

  The SAP error message CI_DRAFTPRD_MESSAGE688 indicates that a product is marked for deletion at the plant level. This typically means that the material or product in question has been flagged in the system to indicate that it should no longer be used or processed in that specific plant.
  Cause:
  
  Deletion Flag: The product has been marked for deletion in the material master record for the specific plant. This could be due to various reasons, such as the product being obsolete, replaced by a new product, or a decision made by the business to discontinue the product.
  Data Maintenance: During data maintenance or updates, the deletion flag may have been inadvertently set.
  Business Process Changes: Changes in business processes or product lines may lead to certain products being marked for deletion.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master: 
  
  Go to the material master record (transaction code MM03) for the specific product and plant.
  Check the "Basic Data" and "Plant Data" views to see if the deletion flag is set.
  
  
  
  Remove Deletion Flag:
  
  If the product should not be deleted, you can remove the deletion flag. This can be done by:
  
  Using transaction code MM02 to change the material master record.
  Navigate to the relevant views and uncheck the deletion flag for the plant.
  
  
  
  
  
  Consult with Stakeholders: 
  
  Before making changes, consult with relevant stakeholders (e.g., product management, inventory control) to ensure that the product should indeed remain active.
  
  
  
  Review Business Processes: 
  
  If the deletion is part of a larger business process, ensure that all related processes are aligned and that the product is not needed for future operations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Material Master Data: Understanding how material master data is structured in SAP is crucial. The material master contains all the information needed to manage a material, including its status at different organizational levels (plant, storage location, etc.).
  Deletion Flag Implications: When a product is marked for deletion, it may affect inventory management, sales orders, and production planning. Ensure that all relevant departments are informed of the status change.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more detailed information on managing material master data and handling deletion flags.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the product is correctly managed within the SAP system.